Arthur L. Kelly

Arthur L. Kelly

4.7
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Newton, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime

580 Washington Street, Suite 2B, Newton, MA

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 40 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1985

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The Law Office of Arthur L. Kelly

580 Washington Street, Suite 2B, Newton, MA, 02458

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4.7 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

The BEST Lawyer in Boston Area

Arthur is an amazing lawyer who will go above and beyond for his client. He is not only professional but also a decorated smart lawyer. I describe him as a Tiger who roars for you and voice your situation in a lawful manner. His thinking and strategies are just not limited to the current case but als...o the situation beyond the case and that is what separates him apart from all others. In my particular case there was no one answering the call very early morning except him, when I was in extreme need. He was able to guide me and help me on my domestic case and represented actual situations that ultimately lead to case dismissal. He is available for you 24/7 and in my case, he even made himself available from his vacation outside of the country. Thank you, Arthur, for helping people like me and I am sure that there are so many other people who actually needs correct and legal advice and processing with your representation. I would highly recommend such a professional as he is like AllStates "you are in good hands".

Posted by Daniel V | February 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best Lawyer in the Boston Area

Arthur Kelly represented me on several cases since 2020. I was charged with OUI-alcohol and OUI-drugs and he was able to have both charges dropped. Additionally, I had an assault case that he was able to get dismissed. Navigating through these legal issues during the pandemic was especially difficul...t; however, Arthur was always extremely accommodating and understanding. He was able to explain the charges as well as strategize my defense, which ultimately led to a successful outcome. I would highly recommend Arthur for any legal need. He's a great guy and extremely good at what he does!

Posted by Christopher | January 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

10 stars

After being arrested and spending a night in jail, I was scared, embarrassed and confused. I reached out to Attorney Kelly, and left a voicemail before dawn on a Saturday. Within a couple of hours he called me back. My anxiety about my situation was relieved in talking with Mr. Kelly for five minutes.... I wasn’t treated like a criminal but like a person. Attorney Kelly explained all aspects of service, type of legal assistance I needed, how the process worked and the cost. He established there would be no guarantees, told me the worst-case scenario, the best and in between. Attorney Kelly was very thorough. He frequently followed up with me to make sure I understood the case and upcoming proceedings clearly. Even better, he was always asking about my mental state, caring about my health, how I was doing at my job and more. He really cares what happens to people, even those who make bad choices. I found a great lawyer, but — even better —a great person who seemed like a new friend. I will always be grateful that he took on my case, which ended with the best possible outcome explained to me throughout by Mr. Kelly. The ratings here only go up to 5 stars, but he is a 10!

Posted by Edward | January 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fortunate Client

Attorney Kelly is the everyday person’s lawyer. I hired Attorney Kelly in 2019 to represent me on a very serious set of criminal indictments (white collar) in Superior Court, Massachusetts. The case finally ended in the Summer of 2021, during the height of COVID. Simply put, he cares! I was alway...s treated with the utmost respect and that it really mattered to him what the disposition would be in my case. He worked tirelessly for 18+months and would not and did not falter or waiver. I was facing mandatory minimum sentences, probably 10 years in prison. He knew about the all important ‘art of timing’ and the ‘real facts’ based on the evidence, voluminous discovery, hearings, motions, and the law. I’m happy to be writing this review as a free man who received five years probation as a direct result of Attorney Kelly’s tireless and dedicated representation of me. The primary concern for Attorney Kelly was the outcome in my case and this was clear from the very beginning, which is why I retained him. I might add I did so after carefully considering other attorneys, speaking with friends and family and then finally meeting with Attorney Kelly. In closing, he is a knowledgeable, tough and extremely gifted attorney. I remain a very fortunate man to have been a client of his.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 17

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"Attorney Kelly is an excellent attorney in the Boston area. He is an exceptional advocate for his clients and trial attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2013

2013 Attorney of the Year, Middlesex Bar Advocates

Education

1984

New England School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Northeastern University

Bachelor of Science magna cum laude

Languages

English

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